What exactly is Schizophrenia?

a black and white picture of a depressed man

  Schizophrenia is a disorder that attacks the human brain. It messes up with your thoughts and has a great impact on your daily life. But what exactly is this disorder, and how can we treat it? Let’s find out! Definition of Schizophrenia Schizophrenia is a serious mental disorder. In this condition, … Read more

What are the different parts of the brain?

cerebral lobes

Controlling your entire body is a three-pound organ called the brain. Creativity, intelligence, and emotions are some of the things that our brain governs and controls. For its protection, it is enclosed inside a skull. The brain is composed of the Cerebellum, Cerebrum, and brainstem. In addition to that, the brain is … Read more

What is the Weapons Effect?

A semi-automatic pistol with bullets on the table

Gun violence is a leading problem in the United States, which is the primary reason why it’s not among the safest country in the world. Compared to 22 other high-income nations, the gun-related violence in the US is 25 times higher. So this poses the question, is the increasing cases of gun … Read more

What exactly is Hypnosis?

a painting in which a hypnotist hypnotizing a woman

Definition of Hypnosis Hypnosis is the process in which a person attains the levels of complete consciousness and focus. In the therapy world, it is known as Hypnotherapy or Hypnotic Suggestion.In this process, the person going through it loses all senses of pain and achieves a height of relaxation.  At times it … Read more

How do Colors Influence our Sense of Taste?

A box of nine French macarons in different colors and flavors

  Can you taste colors? Nope. But can you guess the taste in relation to the color you see? Yes. We all expect what food tastes like depending on its color. And when color is off in a certain food, our brain tells us that something is different, too. Long before it’s … Read more

Who was Phineas Gage?

A cabinet-card portrait of Phineas Gage

  It took 13 pounds of iron and an explosion to bring the world to the modern era of neuroscience. Thanks to Phineas Gage, a railroad worker who survived a terrible brain injury at work in 1848. While the doctors and his friends expected him to die, Gage still became able to … Read more